Captured: Man Wanted In Austin, Pennsylvania Killings In Custody

AUSTIN, TX — Police on Thursday announced the capture of a suspect wanted in two killings — one in Philadelphia and a more recent one in East Austin — after having launched a manhunt for him.

In an email, police said investigators followed up on tips that led them to 304 Masterson Pass where the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force took Marcus A. Gibbs, 32, into custody Wednesday night without incident. Gibbs emerged as the prime suspect in the July 18 shooting death of 22-year-old Alexander Morgan.

Police initially were called to the Rare Apartments, 6407 Springdale Rd., just after 11 p.m. on July 18 amid reports of a shooting. Once there, police and EMS crews found Morgan suffering from multiple gunshot wounds before dying at Dell Seton Medical Center three days later.

Detectives said Gibbs was upset with Morgan after others attempted to collect a drug debt from the latter at his apartment. Their ensuing argument led to the fatal confrontation after Gibbs shot Morgan multiple times, police said. Police later learned Gibbs also was wanted in connection to the death of his ex-girlfriend in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Police originally said Gibbs was wanted in Philadelphia before issuing a correction on Thursday afternoon.

Marcus A. Gibbs booking photo via Austin Police Department.

Gibbs was arrested less than eight miles from the scene of the fatal East Austin shooting, as indicated in the map below:

Police declined to provide further information about the arrest: "We don’t have any details beyond that to share right now," officials wrote in their update.

From July 24:

AUSTIN, TX — Police on Wednesday released details on a fatal shooting that occurred in the northeast portion of the city last week, including the name of the suspect now sought in the killing.

Police were called to the Rare Apartments, 6407 Springdale Rd., just after 11 p.m. on July 18 amid reports of a shooting. Once there, police and EMS crews found Alexander Morgan Jr., 22, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was rushed to Dell Seton Medical Canter in critical condition before succumbing to his wounds three days later on Sunday, July 21, after being declared brain dead.

In the course of their investigation, police identified Marcus A. Gibbs, 32, as the suspect. Police later learned two men had arrived at Gibbs' apartment to collect a drug debt from Morgan, according to a press advisory. Gibbs is said to have then become upset with Morgan "...for bringing his drug problems to the apartment," police said.

The two men began to argue before the confrontation was escalated to the point of Gibbs allegedly retrieving his pistol before shooting Morgan multiple times, according to police.

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Based on those findings, detectives secured a murder warrant for Gibbs. In addition to that murder warrant, police noted, Gibbs also is wanted for another murder in Philadelphia. Police noted that Gibbs goes by several aliases, including: Marcus Anthony Bedele, Demetrius Bedele, Pooch and Philly. Police later added the bearded suspect has the word "loyalty" tattooed on his left forearm, and is known for sporting a purse to hold his belonging that he typically straps over his right shoulder to hang under his left arm.

Anyone with information about this case is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS or text "Tip 103" + a message to CRIMES or use the new Crime Stoppers App or email APD Homicide at homicide.apd@austintexas.gov. Those submitting tips have the option of remaining anonymous, police assured. Tipsters also can submit insights to police by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, free on iPhone and Android. Those with knowledge of the incident also can call in their location tips to the U.S. Marshals at 1-800-336-0102 or online at usdoj.gov/marshals.